Career Pathways Specialist — Postsecondary Transition

DeKalb County School District; Stone Mountain (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Specialist, Post Secondary Transition to provide targeted career readiness and transition services for adult learners in Adult Education, GED, ESL, Family Literacy, and IET programs.

In this role, you will liaise with students, employers, workforce agencies, technical colleges, and community partners to help learners explore career pathways, access training opportunities, and successfully transition into employment,

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Workforce Development, Education, Human Services, Business, Counseling, Career Development, or a related field required.
• Experience in workforce development, career services, employment services, education, or community engagement required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates career exploration, workforce readiness, and employability skill development activities for Adult Education students.
• Assists students in identifying career interests, strengths, employment goals, and career pathways aligned with workforce needs and high-demand industries.
• Conducts workshops and provides individualized support related to job search strategies, professional communication, workplace expectations, and career planning.
• Supports students with resume development, cover letters, interviewing techniques, professional portfolios, and online employment applications.
• Coordinates mock interviews, career awareness events, job fairs, employer presentations, and workforce development activities.
• Establishes and maintains partnerships with employers, workforce agencies, industry representatives, and community organizations to expand employment and career opportunities for students.
• Assists students in exploring postsecondary education, workforce training, apprenticeship programs, and industry-recognized credential opportunities.
• Supports students through postsecondary admissions, enrollment processes, financial aid navigation, and connections to student support services.
• Maintains accurate records of career services, student participation, employment outcomes, workforce training enrollments, and post-secondary transitions while preparing required reports and updates.
• Collaborates with instructors, student support staff, workforce partners, and community organizations to support student success, program implementation, and continuous improvement efforts.

Education

Associate degree in Workforce Development, Education, Human Services, Business, Counseling, Career Development, or a related field

Job description

The DeKalb County School District is seeking an experienced and professional Specialist, Post Secondary Transition to provide targeted career readiness and transition services for adult learners in Adult Education, GED, ESL, Family Literacy, and IET programs.

In this role, you will liaise with students, employers, workforce agencies, technical colleges, and community partners to help learners explore career pathways, access training opportunities, and successfully transition into employment,